JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14mm vs Perseus Pro V 14mm
The Perseus Pro IV 14mm and the Perseus Pro V 14mm differ on 2 published specs and match on 6. Every figure below is the maker's published spec, checked 2026-10-09. Pickleland doesn't lab-test paddles, so this is a spec comparison, not a play test.
| Paddle |  JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14mm |  JOOLA Perseus Pro V 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Weight | 7.9 oz | 7.9 oz |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 14 mm |
| Length | 16.5" | 16.5" |
| Width | 7.5" | 7.5" |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Grip circumference | 4.125" | 4.25" |
| Face | Textured CF (carbon fiber) | Textured CF (carbon fiber) |
| Core | PP core + EVA foam wall | PP Core + CF + EVA Foam |
| Construction | TechFlex Power (TFP): foam outside the paddle frame, under the edge guard | KineticFrame throat; Hyperfoam Edge Wall (foam injection around the edges) |
| Approval | UPA-A pro certified and USAP PBCoR .43 certified | UPA-A certified; USAP certified |
| Price at Pickleland | $149.95 | $299.95 |
What is different
- Grip circumference: the Perseus Pro IV 14mm is 0.125" thinner (4.125" against 4.25").
- Core material: the Perseus Pro IV 14mm is listed with PP core + EVA foam wall, the Perseus Pro V 14mm with PP Core + CF + EVA Foam.
What is the same: weight (7.9 oz), core thickness (14 mm), length (16.5"), width (7.5"), handle length (5.5"), face (Textured CF (carbon fiber)).
The "pick it if" lines apply the usual rule for each spec to these two paddles' published numbers. The surest test is to demo them on a court.
Buy or demo them at Pickleland
Quick answers
What is the difference between the Perseus Pro IV 14mm and the Perseus Pro V 14mm?
The Perseus Pro IV 14mm and the Perseus Pro V 14mm differ on 2 published specs and match on 6. Grip circumference: the Perseus Pro IV 14mm is 0.125" thinner (4.125" against 4.25"). The full side-by-side table on this page is built from the maker's published specs.
How much are the Perseus Pro IV 14mm and the Perseus Pro V 14mm?
At Pickleland the Perseus Pro IV 14mm is $149.95 and the Perseus Pro V 14mm is $299.95, before 8.25% Texas sales tax.
Can I try both before buying?
Yes for the Perseus Pro V 14mm: it is in the demo rack at Pickleland in Pflugerville, Texas. A demo rental is $8.